National Waiters’ Day is a national campaign, held in Hyde Park on the 16th of May, which highlights the dedication, skill and hard work of those within Food and Beverage service roles. Now in its sixth year, the event was founded by Fred Sirieix (General Manager at Galvin at Windows at the London Hilton on Park Lane, and host of First Dates), and is organised by the … [Read more...]
Ruth Hansom to become Chef Patron of ACE and Ready Steady Cook judge
The first ever female winner of National Young Chef of the Year, 22 year old Ruth Hansom has agreed to become Chef Patron for the Association of Catering Excellence (ACE). She joins fellow chef, Adam Handling as well as patrons Chris Sheppardson (Chess Partnership), Marc Verstringhe (MESV Consultancy Int), Wendy Bartlett (bartlett mitchell), Jane Sunley (Purple Cubed), … [Read more...]
Travelodge announces £60m expansion plans across Kent, generating 300 new jobs
Today, the Leader of Dover District Council, Councillor Keith Morris, and Chairman of the council, Councillor Sue Chandler, joined Travelodge UK Property Director, Tony O’Brien to officially open the company’s first hotel in Dover. Dover Travelodge, a purpose built, 108-room hotel with Bar Café and on-site car-parking represents a £9 million investment for the landlord, … [Read more...]
Culinary greats host exclusive Charity Dinner
Spanish favourite José Pizarro and Michelin-star chef Chris Galvin have teamed up to host a glittering dining experience created especially in aid of Hospitality Action. The high profile charity dinner will be held on Tuesday, 29 May at Galvin at The Athenaeum where the chefs will showcase their cooking styles on the same plate, creating unique dishes for each course. The … [Read more...]
Sodexo reveals the 2018 trends shaping the future of the workplace
Sodexo, world leader of quality of life services, today released its 2018 Global Workplace Trends report, featuring fresh insights to global workforce leaders and decision makers. The report highlights the most critical factors affecting the future of work and demonstrates how an improved workplace experience is key to increasing companies’ performance and leads ultimately … [Read more...]